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The Nobel Laureate Prof. Muhammad Yunus officially took office as the head of the temporary administration in Bangladesh on Thursday.
The ceremony occurred on Thursday evening at 9 PM, with President Mohammed Shahabuddin overseeing the oath ceremony at Durbar Hall.
President Mohammed Shahabuddin presided over the ceremony at Bangabhaban, commencing at 9 pm. 13 of the 16 council members swore their oaths at the event, while the other three will do it at a later time.
Prof. Yunus, who established Grameen Bank and received the Nobel Peace Prize, will act as the Chief Advisor for the temporary government. His position will be vital as Bangladesh maneuvers through an unparalleled political turmoil after the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League administration.
Profiles of Interim Government Officials
Dr. Muhammad Yunus is famous for his contributions to microfinance and has been awarded many recognitions both nationally and internationally. He was a member of the UN Foundation board from 1998 until 2021.
Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, the ex-governor of Bangladesh Bank, is famous for his improvements in banking and central bank functions.
Brigadier General (retd) M Sakhawat Hossain: Hossain, a former election commissioner and security analyst, has had a distinguished career in military and administrative positions.
Dr. Md Nazrul Islam (Asif Nazrul), a law professor and researcher, is renowned for his research on constitutional and international legal matters.
Adilur Rahman Khan, a noted lawyer and Secretary General of the International Federation for Human Rights, is a human rights activist and the founder of Odhikar.
AF Hassan Ariff, who is a Senior Advocate at the Supreme Court and a former attorney general, has a lengthy record of providing legal assistance.
Md Touhid Hossain, a former foreign secretary and high commissioner, possesses a wide range of experience in diplomacy and foreign affairs.
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, who serves as the Chief Executive of the Bangladesh Environmental Lawyers Association, plays a crucial role in the field of environmental law.
Supradip Chakma, with a background in diplomacy and development, he serves as the Chairman of the Chittagong Hill Tracts Development Board.
Farida Akhter, a researcher and the creator of UBINIG, is dedicated to studying biodiversity and promoting sustainable agriculture.
Bidhan Ranjan Roy, who specializes in psychology, serves as a director at the National Institute of Mental Health & Hospital.
Sharmeen Murshid, the CEO of Brotee, supports the rights of marginalized communities, especially indigenous groups.
AFM Khalid Hossain, who is both an Islamic scholar and social reformer, has been a significant figure in the fields of education and religious discussions.
Farooq-e-Azam: Known for his role as a freedom fighter and naval commando in the Liberation War, Azam is honored for his efforts in securing Bangladesh’s independence.
Nurjahan Begum: A close collaborator of Prof. Yunus, Begum played a crucial part in the founding of Grameen Bank.
Nahid Islam: Recognized for his role as a leader in the quota reform movement, Islam played a key part in driving recent political shifts.
Asif Mahmud plays a vital role in the Students Against Discrimination Movement, being a prominent figure in student activism and advocacy.
The inauguration event was graced by a number of important individuals, such as BNP officials and diplomats from multiple nations. Prof. Yunus is anticipated to lead Bangladesh during this transition with an emphasis on stability and reform.
